Program Details
Kinetic Imaging, Bachelor of Fine Arts
Bachelor of Fine ArtsVirginia Commonwealth University
The Department of Kinetic Imaging prepares students to use video, animation and sound for the purpose of art-making, self-expression and experimentation. The program is designed for students who want to study video art, sound design and experimental two- and three-dimensional animation. Emphasis is placed on artistic uses of the media.
Outcomes
Upon completing this program, students will know and know how to do the following: Students will demonstrate the ability to create media art that is conceptually grounded and evidences individual reflection and critical inquiry. Students will be able to make appropriate choices of media and presentation to support the conceptual intent of their work. Students will demonstrate the ability to construct meaning, synthesize ideas, ask pertinent questions and identify resources. Students will be able to successfully bring critical analysis and review to collaborative critique sessions and also to written responses. Students will demonstrate an advanced level of skills in their use of technology and tools for the production of video, animation, sound and emerging media. This includes a wide range of technology in regards to both equipment and software.
Program Overview & Guidance
| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Considerations for Selecting Degree | This degree is very much arts and technology focused, with the goal of creative expression |
| Considerations When Selecting Courses |
Kinetic Imaging (KI) fosters 5 main disciplines: Video, 2D Animation, Sound, 3D Computer Animation, Emerging Media. As an experimental media arts program, students are encouraged to work between and across all 5 disciplines. Studio class in each individual area (video, etc) are required for sophomores. Moving into junior year, there’s more focus on integration (animation with original sound design for example) and eventually to a larger senior project.
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | |
| Doing More With Your Degree | Kinetic Imaging hosts 2 minors, Sound Design and Animation |
| Program Successes & Highlights | Kinetic Imaging uniquely hosts an annual internship fair, connecting our students with numerous industry and arts-based organizations in the Richmond area. Our students have gone on to work in countless fields including working as lead animators, game and app designers, sound designers, teachers, video editors for commercial film, game and television. |
Program Credit Requirements
Applicable Admissions Agreements
There are no Applicable Admission Agreements for the Program.
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Students who earn an Associate of Arts, Associate of Arts & Sciences, Associate of Fine Arts, Associate of Science, General Education Certificate, or Uniform Certificate of General Studies from the Virginia Community College System, Richard Bland College, or the College of Southern Maryland may be eligible to participate in the Guaranteed Admission Agreement. Students with one of these degrees may also be eligible to have the majority of their general education requirements waived. Students who have earned an Associate of Arts, Associate of Arts & Sciences, or Associate of Science degree or the General Education Certificate before enrolling at VCU will have their General Education requirements waived. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | Students who have earned an Associate of Arts, Associate of Arts & Sciences, or Associate of Science degree or the General Education Certificate before enrolling at VCU will have their General Education requirements waived. |
| Credit for Prior Learning | VCU accepts a variety of types of credit for prior learning, including but not limited to Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), College Level Examination Program (CLEP), military experience, Cambridge, and industry certifications that are recommended for credit by the American Council on Education or the National College Credit Recommendation Service. |
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College Level Information
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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| Is This College Right For Me? | VCU is a large, research-driven institution nestled on two campuses in downtown Richmond, Virginia, offering a vast array of degree programs from arts to dental hygiene to engineering to education. VCU students have access to hundreds of student organizations, which is a great way to connect with others whether or not you choose to live in one of our many on-campus residence halls. Take advantage of VCU's location with access to the James River and its park system, internship and job opportunities, community engagement, and interstates to travel to the beach, the mountains, and Washington, D.C.. |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | Catalog year is determined by the student's first semester of degree-seeking attendance at VCU. |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year is determined by the student's first semester of degree-seeking attendance at VCU. |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | https://admissions.vcu.edu/apply-to-vcu/undergraduate/transfer/ |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
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| Marymount University | Design and Art (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Art | 4-Year | In-Person |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
Cost To Complete